Gold standard employer Outcomes First Group, innovators in education and care and the UK’s leading provider of children’s services, is proud to announce that it has been recognised as a Great Place to Work certified™ Nov 2020 – Nov 2021 for the second year running.
Nationwide survey
Employees were invited to take part in the Great Place to Work nationwide survey of workplace cultures and people practices – the only assessment of its kind which evaluates both employee experience and HR and leadership practices – and give their opinion on what it is like to work for the Group.
The Group – which met and exceeded the score required to be considered for this accolade – has been defined as a ‘great workplace’ by the level of trust that colleagues place in line managers and leaders, the level of pride people have in their jobs, and the level of collaboration, team work and camaraderie.
In particular:
- 95% agreed people are treated fairly regardless of their race
- 92% agreed people are treated fairly regardless of their gender
- 88% said their work has special meaning and that it is not “just a job”
- 87% agreed that when they joined the company, they were made to feel welcome
‘Exceptional outcomes can be achieved’
David Leatherbarrow, Chief Executive Officer of Outcomes First Group, said “We are extremely proud to have received this recognition for the second year running, which is testament to our company culture and commitment to equality and diversity.
“The best part about this award is that it is entirely driven by employee feedback. Our people are our biggest asset and we are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment for everybody where exceptional outcomes can be achieved. We pride ourselves on creating a workplace within our schools, homes, fostering agencies and central services offices, where every member of our 5,000 strong nationwide workforce feels valued and respected, as well as being adequately challenged to develop and succeed in their role.”
Always looking for new people
Outcomes First Group is passionate about employing dedicated caring individuals and is always looking for new people to join its exemplary team – in care, education, clinical professional support, maintenance and administration – all of whom play a vital part in the success of the Group.
To learn more about Outcomes First Group or to apply to join the team please visit www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/join-our-family.